BARAZIK (Arabic Sesame Cookies)
These buttery rich sesame and pistachio-topped cookies are a popular after school treat and great for tea time. Preheat oven…
MAMOUL (Walnut-filled and Date-filled Cookies)
In the Middle East, Walnut-filled and Date-filled Mamoul are prepared for holidays and special occasions. Women often get together to…
KOURAMBIEDES (Greek Wedding Cakes)
Place Clarified Butter in the bowl of an electric mixer. Cover with plastic wrap and chill until almost firm. While…
FINIKIA (Greek Honey Cakes)
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment, or use foil and spray with non-stick spray. Mix…
PAXIMATHIA (Greek Biscotti)
Paximathia are great for dunking in coffee or tea. The flavor can be varied by substituting anise or orange zest…
KOULOURAKIA (Greek Sesame Cookies)
Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Line 2 cookie sheets with parchment, or use foil and spray with non-stick spray. Mix…
KANAFI (Shredded Filo Dough with Cheese)
This easy to prepare cheese dessert is called KATAIFI in Greek and is sometimes made with walnuts (the same filling…
GALATOBOUREKO (Greek Custard in Filo)
Place the milk, farina, sugar, butter, vanilla and lemon zest in a medium saucepan. Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly…